How far is Malpass Corner, NC from Watha, NC?
The driving distance from Malpass Corner, NC to Watha, NC is about 13.9 miles (22.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11 miles (17.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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City in Pender County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Malpass Corner and Watha.
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Start on the route
72 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Malpass Corner Road
3 mi · 4 min · Malpass Corner Road
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Turn left onto Horsebranch Road
9 mi · 13 min · Horsebranch Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Mary Slocum Road Southwest
136 m · 14 sec · Mary Slocum Road Southwest
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Turn right onto Watha Road
1731 ft · 42 sec · Watha Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Camp Kirkwood Road
Car Route Details
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Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Horsebranch Road
Turn left onto Horsebranch Road
9 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Malpass Corner and Sunny near Watha.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Malpass Corner to Watha?
The road trip is about 13.9 miles (22.4 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Burgaw is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.2 miles from Malpass Corner and 7.7 miles from Watha.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11 miles (17.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.94 one way or $3.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Malpass Corner and Sunny near Watha.
Stop Ideas Near Burgaw
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Malpass Corner and Watha. Straight-line distance: 10.99 mi (17.68 km).
#1 Malpass Corner
Malpass Corner is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.5023900, -78.0566600 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Watha
Human settlement in Pender County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 247 |
| Coordinates | 34.6404500, -77.9608200 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| Country | United States |
End: Camp Kirkwood Road (-77.960831, 34.640418)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 22 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $1.94 | $3.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $2.17 | $4.34 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $2.76 | $5.51 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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